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Kelsey M. Latimer, PhD, RN, is a psychologist, nurse, and certified eating disorder specialist, and is the founder and owner of KML Psychological Services.

Dr. Latimer received her doctorate and master’s degrees from the University of North Texas, with specializations in child and adolescent development and neuropsychology. Throughout her doctoral training, she became passionate about the prevention and treatment of eating disorders, women’s issues, the treatment of trauma and the management of anxiety. Since then, she has overseen several nationally recognized eating disorder treatment programs.

She recently earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Florida Atlantic University and is completing a master’s degree in nursing, with a specialization in psychiatric mental health, which will allow her to become a medication provider. Additionally, she was accepted into intensive research training and certification program at Harvard Medical School for 2024.

Latimer’s goal is to empower people to be informed and aware of their health and well-being, which includes improving access to care. She has made over 50 guest appearances speaking on topics including body image, dieting failures, evidence-based treatment of eating disorders, college student functioning, and working with millennials. She has been featured in dozens of media outlets and is co-author of the children’s book series Poufswhich helps children understand their emotions and develop positive self-esteem and self-talk.